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Dutch Prayer for the Strength to Admit I Have a Problem
Admitting you have a problem with alcohol is the first, and often hardest, step. It takes immense honesty and courage. This prayer asks God to break through the wall of denial and give you the strength to face the truth.
Lord God, I come to you in a state of brokenness, even if I don’t want to admit it. I am tired of hiding, tired of pretending I have everything under control when my life is spinning out. The shame I feel is heavy, and it keeps me silent. I confess that alcohol has become a master over me, and I am its servant. It promises relief but only delivers more pain and isolation.
Please, Father, shatter my pride. Give me the strength to say the words out loud: “I am an alcoholic, and I need help.” Let this honest confession not feel like a defeat, but like the first step toward the freedom You promise. Remove the fear of judgment and replace it with a deep desire for healing and wholeness. I am powerless on my own, and I am finally ready to admit that I cannot win this fight alone. Help me to be honest C with myself, with you, and with those who can help. I lay my denial at Your feet and ask for the strength to walk in truth, starting now, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Admitting the truth is an act of profound courage that opens the door to healing. As the Bible says in John 8:32, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Prayer for the Courage to Seek Help
Once you admit the problem, the next step is reaching out for help. This can be terrifying. This prayer is for the courage to make that call, attend that meeting, or confide in someone you trust.
Heavenly Father, I have admitted my weakness, and now I stand frozen by fear. The thought of telling someone, of going to a meeting, of picking up the phone, fills me with anxiety. I fear being judged, misunderstood, or rejected. I feel so alone in this, Lord, and the path forward seems dark and intimidating.
I ask you now for a spirit of courage, not of fear. Guide my hands to dial the number. Guide my feet to the door of a support group. Guide my words as I speak my truth to a doctor, a pastor, or a trusted friend. Please go before me and prepare the way. Place the right people in my path who will respond with compassion, wisdom, and understanding, not with judgment. Break these chains of fear that keep me trapped in this cycle of addiction. I cannot do this alone, Lord. I need you to be my courage and my strength, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Remember that God often works through other people to bring healing and support into our lives. Galatians 6:2 reminds us to, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Prayer to Surrender My Will to God
The battle against alcoholism often feels like a battle for control. Surrendering your will to God means letting go of the illusion that you can manage it on your own and trusting in His power to guide you.
Almighty God, for so long I have tried to fix this myself. I’ve made promises, I’ve used my own willpower, and I have failed every single time. My way has led me to this place of pain and despair. I see now that my own will is not strong enough, and my best thinking has gotten me into trouble. Today, I am letting go.
I surrender my will to You. I give you the reins of my life. I ask that You take over this fight. When I want to take a drink, I choose to turn to You instead. When I want to make a selfish decision, I ask that You guide me toward Your will. Show me how to live the life You have planned for me—a life of freedom, purpose, and sobriety. I place my addiction, my recovery, and my entire future into Your loving and capable hands. I trust You, Lord, more than I trust myself, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
True surrender is not an act of weakness, but an act of profound trust. It is placing your life in better hands. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
Prayer for One Day at a Time
Thinking about staying sober forever can be overwhelming. The “one day at a time” approach breaks the journey into manageable pieces. This prayer asks for God’s help to focus only on staying sober for today.
Lord Jesus, the thought of never drinking again is too much for me to handle. The future feels like a huge, impossible mountain to climb. My anxiety rises when I think about a lifetime of this struggle. But Lord, I know you can help me survive just for today.
I ask for Your grace and strength for the next 24 hours. Help me to keep my focus on this single day. Give me what I need to get through the morning without a drink. Give me the clarity to navigate the afternoon sober. Give me the peace to end this evening in my right mind, grateful for another day of life. Help me not to worry about tomorrow, or next week, or next year. You are the God of today. You are my daily bread. Help me to win the battle for today, and I will trust you for tomorrow when it comes, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
God provides for our needs daily, not all at once for a lifetime. As Jesus taught us, we should not worry about tomorrow, for “each day has enough trouble of its own” (Matthew 6:34).
Prayer against Temptation and Cravings
Cravings can be powerful, feeling like an intense physical and mental assault. This prayer is a desperate plea for God’s intervention in those moments of intense temptation, asking Him for a way out of the struggle.
Merciful Father, the craving is upon me. It feels like a physical storm in my body and a loud, screaming voice in my mind. It tempts me with false promises of relief and escape. It tells me that just one drink will make this feeling go away. In this moment, I feel weak and vulnerable, and I am about to give in.
I cry out to You, God! Be my shield. Be my fortress. Stand between me and that first drink. I know that You will not let me be tempted beyond what I can bear. Show me the way out that You have promised. Distract my mind, calm my body, and quiet the voice of addiction. Fill this empty space inside me with Your Holy Spirit, with a peace that is greater than any feeling alcohol could ever provide. Please, Lord, deliver me from this evil urge, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
In your hardest moments, hold onto the promise that God is faithful to help you through the temptation. 1 Corinthians 10:13 ensures us, “He will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”
Prayer for Healing Damaged Relationships
Alcoholism doesn’t just harm the individual; it leaves a wake of broken trust and hurt feelings in relationships with family and friends. This prayer is for wisdom and humility to begin healing that damage.
God of reconciliation, I look around and see the wreckage my drinking has caused. I have broken promises, told lies, and caused deep pain to the people I love the most. I carry the guilt of hurting my family and friends, and I don’t know how to fix it. Their trust in me is shattered, and some relationships feel broken beyond repair.
Lord, please give me the humility to see the damage clearly from their perspective. Give me the courage and the right words to make sincere amends, not just with a simple “I’m sorry,” but with a changed life. Soften the hearts of those I have wronged, and in Your time, help them to forgive me. Show me how to be a person they can trust again. Help me to become a source of peace and stability in their lives, not chaos and pain, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Healing relationships takes time, patience, and consistent, sober action. A heart of humility is the first step, as Colossians 3:13 says, “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone.”
Prayer to Forgive Myself for Past Mistakes
The weight of guilt and shame from past actions can be a major trigger for relapse. Learning to accept God’s forgiveness and extend it to yourself is crucial for moving forward in sobriety and peace.
Heavenly Father, Your forgiveness is perfect and complete, but I am struggling to forgive myself. The memories of my past mistakes haunt me. I remember the things I said, the people I hurt, and the person I became when I was drinking. The shame feels like a heavy blanket that I can’t shake off, and it tells me that I don’t deserve to be happy or sober.
Lord, please help me to see myself the way You see me—as a child of God, washed clean by the grace of Jesus. Help me to truly believe that I am no longer defined by my worst moments. Quiet the voice of condemnation in my head and replace it with Your voice of love and acceptance. Help me let go of the past so I can fully embrace the sober future You have for me. If You have forgiven me, please give me the strength to forgive myself, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
God’s grace is bigger than our biggest mistakes. When we accept His forgiveness, we are called to stop punishing ourselves. As Romans 8:1 says, “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
Prayer for Hope When I Feel Hopeless
In the journey of recovery, there are days filled with despair and darkness where sobriety feels impossible. This prayer is a cry for hope, asking God to be a light when everything else feels lost.
Lord, today is a dark day. I feel completely hopeless. The struggle feels endless, and I don’t think I am strong enough to continue. The joy of sobriety feels distant, and the pull of my old life feels strong. I feel empty, exhausted, and alone. It feels like You are a million miles away.
Even in this darkness, I will try to call out Your name. You are the God of hope. I beg You to shine a light, even a tiny flicker, into my weary soul. Remind me of Your promises. Remind me that this feeling is temporary and that You have not abandoned me. Lift my head and help me see beyond this moment of despair. Fill the emptiness inside me with a sliver of hope that is enough to get me through today. Be my anchor, Lord, when I am lost in this storm, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Even when you can’t feel it, God is present and working. Hope is not a feeling; it is a choice to trust in God’s faithfulness. Jeremiah 29:11 offers this beautiful promise: “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord.”
Prayer for Finding a Supportive Community
Recovery is not meant to be a solo journey. Finding a community of supportive, understanding people is vital. This prayer asks God to lead you to the right group of people who can walk alongside you.
Father God, I know that I cannot do this alone. Isolation is my enemy and it allows my addiction to thrive in secret. I feel alone in my struggle and I long for fellowship with people who understand what I am going through. I need a community that will support me, hold me accountable, and encourage me when I am weak.
Please lead me to the right people, Lord. Guide me to a support group, a church group, or a set of friends where I can be honest without fear of judgment. Open my heart to receive help and to build healthy connections. Give me the courage to be vulnerable and share my story so that I can find healing in community. Protect me from relationships that would pull me back into my old life. Surround me with Your people, Lord, who will reflect Your love and grace to me, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
We are designed to live in community with one another, sharing our joys and our struggles. As Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, “Two are better than one… If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”
Prayer to See Myself as God Sees Me
Alcoholism can destroy self-worth, leaving behind feelings of being worthless, dirty, or unlovable. This prayer asks God to replace those lies with the truth of how He sees you: as a beloved and valued creation.
Oh Lord, my Creator, when I look in the mirror, I see failure. I see someone who is weak, broken, and defined by my worst choices. The world, and my own inner voice, tells me that I am not good enough. My addiction has stripped away my dignity and left me feeling worthless.
I ask you today to heal my self-perception. Help me to silence the lies and to see myself through Your eyes of love. Remind me that I am Your child, fearfully and wonderfully made. Remind me that my worth is not based on my sobriety or my failures, but on the fact that I am created in Your image and redeemed by Christ. Help me to believe that I am cherished, valued, and loved beyond measure. Rebuild my identity on the solid rock of Your unconditional love for me, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Your identity is not found in your addiction, but in your Creator who loves you perfectly. Ephesians 2:10 tells us, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Prayer for Gratitude in Sobriety
As you move forward in recovery, it is important to cultivate a spirit of gratitude. This prayer helps shift focus from what you’ve given up to the many gifts and blessings that sobriety brings.
Gracious God, it is so easy for me to focus on what I am missing or the struggles I still face. It is easy to feel deprived. But today, I want to change my perspective. I want to build a heart of gratitude for the gift of sobriety, even when it is hard.
Thank you for a clear mind this morning. Thank you for the peace that is slowly replacing the chaos. Thank you for the simple joys I can now experience—a beautiful sunset, a real conversation with a loved one, a moment of quiet reflection. Thank you for restoring my health, my hope, and my relationships one day at a time. Help me to never take a single sober day for granted. Let gratitude be the attitude that fuels my recovery and keeps me pointed toward You, the giver of all good things, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
A grateful heart is a powerful defense against relapse. It reminds us of all we have to lose. “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
Prayer to Use My Story to Help Others
One of the most beautiful outcomes of recovery is being able to use your painful experiences to bring hope to others who are still struggling. This prayer asks God to use your story for His glory.
Lord, You have brought me through the darkest valley. You have rescued me from the pit of addiction, and you are healing me day by day. My story is filled with pain and shame, but I know that in Your hands, it can be transformed into a testimony of Your power and grace.
I offer my story to You. Use my past pain for a present purpose. Give me opportunities to share my experience, strength, and hope with another person who is still suffering. Give me the right words to say to bring them encouragement. Let my life be a living example that recovery is possible and that You are a God who redeems and restores. Help me to turn what was once my greatest shame into a ministry that brings healing to others and glory to Your name, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Your story of redemption is a powerful tool. God never wastes a hurt, and He can use your journey to light the way for someone else who is lost in the dark, as 2 Corinthians 1:4 encourages.
